Political Rewind: Burt Jones targets DEI programs; Raffensperger says disinfo threatens democracy

Friday on Political Rewind: Mirroring conservative leadership nationwide, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is calling for an audit of University System spending on diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Plus, Brad Raffensperger tells reporters disinformation is the greatest threat to democracy.



The panel

Alan Abramowitz, @AlanIAbramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University

Chuck Williams, @chuckwilliams, reporter, WRBL-TV

Donna Lowry, @donnalowrynews, host, GPB-TV’s “Lawmakers”

Jim Galloway, @JimJournalist, former political columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution



Timestamps

0:00 - Introductions

4:00 - Lt. Gov. Burt Jones targets USG DEI programs.

17:00 - Top state conservatives won't attend Georgia's GOP convention.

22:00 - Brad Raffensperger says disinformation is the biggest threat to democracy.

33:00 - Georgia solar and EV investments at risk.

40:00 - Mike Pence testified before an election probe grand jury.

48:00 - Tucker Carlson 'parts ways' with Fox News.



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